CPL 2026 Schedule: Complete Fixtures, Teams, Venues & Match Timings

CPL 2026 runs from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 20 September 2026, with 7 teams playing 39 matches across 8 Caribbean venues. Defending champions Trinbago Knight Riders open their title defense against a field that now includes debutants Jamaica Kingsmen. Fans in the USA, Canada, UK, Pakistan, and India can catch every ball through Willow TV, TNT Sports, A Sports, and FanCode respectively — full details below.

Below is everything you need: the full fixture list, kickoff times converted to your time zone, team squads, venue guides, streaming links, and ticket info — all confirmed and continuously updated as the tournament unfolds.

CPL 2026 Dates: What’s Confirmed

The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League 2026 is the 14th edition of the tournament and the biggest in CPL history, expanding from six teams to seven for the first time. Cricket West Indies and CPL Limited confirmed the full window months ago, so unlike early-season previews, this schedule isn’t a projection — it’s the locked fixture list.

Key dates at a glance:

For comparison, CPL 2025 ran through August and September with six teams and a shorter fixture list. The 2026 expansion to seven franchises — with Jamaica Kingsmen joining — adds an extra ten days to the calendar and pushes the tournament total past 39 matches for the first time.

CPL 2026 Teams & Squads

Seven franchises are competing in CPL 2026: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Tridents, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Kingsmen, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, St Lucia Kings, and Trinbago Knight Riders. Two storylines dominate the team news this year — a brand-new Jamaican franchise and a Barbados rebrand — so here’s what’s changed alongside who to watch.

Trinbago Knight Riders (Defending Champions)

Home venue: Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Tarouba, Trinidad TKR remain the most successful team in CPL history with five titles, and they’ve kept their title-winning core intact. Key players: Nicholas Pooran (captain), Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard, and Akeal Hosein return, joined by overseas signings Alex Hales (England), Colin Munro (New Zealand), and Usman Tariq (Pakistan). TKR share ownership with IPL’s Kolkata Knight Riders under Shah Rukh Khan’s Knight Riders Group.

Jamaica Kingsmen (New Franchise)

Home venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica The headline addition to CPL 2026 Teams. Jamaica Kingsmen replace the defunct Jamaica Tallawahs, ending a two-year absence and returning CPL cricket to Sabina Park for the first time since 2019.

The franchise is owned by Kingsmen Sports Enterprise, led by Fawad Sarwar, who also owns Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League. Key players: Rovman Powell (captain, previously led Tallawahs to the 2022 title) and Andre Russell headline a local core, while the overseas list is packed with Pakistani talent — Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Hassan Khan, Hunain Shah, Maaz Sadaqat, and Tayyab Arif.

Barbados Tridents (Rebranded from Royals)

Home venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados Barbados Royals have reverted to their original identity, Barbados Tridents, as part of a three-year “One Barbados” partnership that will see the Barbados government become a minority co-investor in the franchise.

The team returns to blue-and-yellow national colours after five years in pink. Key players: Quinton de Kock (South Africa) headlines the overseas group alongside Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, and Brandon King leading the local core.

Guyana Amazon Warriors

Home venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana 2025 runners-up Guyana Amazon Warriors are back for another title push, captained by veteran leg-spinner Imran Tahir. Key players: Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope, and Romario Shepherd anchor the batting, with Glenn Phillips (New Zealand) and Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan) adding overseas firepower.

St Lucia Kings

Home venue: Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet, St Lucia St Lucia Kings play the most home matches of any franchise in 2026 (5 league games). Key players: West Indies Test captain Roston Chase leads the local contingent, while Afghanistan’s Noor Ahmad and Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana and Charith Asalanka strengthen the squad.

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Home venue: Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts Former West Indies captain Jason Holder headlines a Patriots squad built around Caribbean experience. Key players: Johnson Charles, Kyle Mayers, and Andre Fletcher lead locally, with Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga and Pakistan’s Naseem Shah among the overseas picks.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Home venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua Falcons enter their third season since replacing the original Jamaica Tallawahs franchise in 2024. Key players: Alzarri Joseph and Evin Lewis lead locally, joined by England’s Moeen Ali and Pakistan’s Shadab Khan and Sufiyan Muqeem.

Pakistan connection worth watching: CPL 2026 features roughly ten Pakistani overseas players across four franchises — led by Jamaica Kingsmen’s six-strong Pakistani contingent, a direct result of owner Fawad Sarwar’s cricket network. For fans in Pakistan, that’s more representation than any previous CPL season.

Squads are confirmed as of early August 2026 but remain subject to standard T20 league changes (injuries, late replacements). [Link to Trinbago Knight Riders Squad Guide]

CPL 2026 Venues

CPL 2026 is played across 8 stadiums in 7 Caribbean territories — the most geographically spread edition in the tournament’s history, including a first-ever visit to St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Notable storylines for 2026: St Vincent and the Grenadines hosts CPL matches for the very first time at Arnos Vale. Sabina Park welcomes the CPL back after a seven-year gap. And Kensington Oval — one of world cricket’s most famous grounds, having hosted the 2024 T20 World Cup Final — stages a CPL Final for the first time ever, after Guyana held the honor for the previous four seasons.

Complete CPL 2026 Schedule (All 39 Matches)

Here’s the full fixture list — every league match, date, venue, and local kickoff time. All times are Atlantic Standard Time (AST, UTC-4) except Jamaica matches, which run on Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5), one hour behind AST.

Note: Sunday 6 September is a rare double-header day — Guyana hosts a 10:00 AM AST match followed by Barbados hosting a 7:00 PM AST match. It’s the only morning fixture of the entire tournament.

CPL 2026 Match Times in ET, GMT/BST, PKT & IST

Rather than repeat four extra columns 39 times, use this quick-reference table to convert any local kickoff to your zone. CPL venues run on AST except Jamaica (EST, one hour behind).

Because AST and US Eastern Time both run on UTC-4 during CPL season (thanks to Daylight Saving in North America), evening AST matches start at the exact same clock time in the US and Canada — no conversion needed. UK viewers, note the table shows British Summer Time (BST, GMT+1), which is in effect through the whole tournament — so most evening matches land around midnight UK time.

CPL 2026 Playoff Schedule

The top two teams meet in Qualifier 1, and the winner goes straight to the Final. The Qualifier 1 loser gets a second chance in Qualifier 2 against the Eliminator winner (survivor of the 3rd vs 4th place match). All four knockout matches are played at Kensington Oval — the first time the entire CPL playoff week has been staged at one venue.

How to Watch CPL 2026 in Canada, USA, UK, Pakistan & India

Broadcast rights are split by region, so where you watch depends on where you live.

For fans in the USA and Canada: Willow TV is the exclusive North American rights holder, covering every CPL 2026 match live. A standalone subscription runs approximately $9.99/month or $79.99/year, and it’s also bundled through Sling TV and available via ESPN+.

For viewers in the UK and Ireland: TNT Sports holds the rights, with all matches streaming on Discovery+ Premium. Given the time difference, most evening Caribbean matches land close to midnight UK time — the 10:00 AM AST match on 6 September (3:00 PM UK time) is the one fixture UK fans won’t need to stay up for.

For fans in Pakistan: A Sports carries CPL 2026 on television, with Tapmad TV offering a digital streaming option. With around ten Pakistani players across four franchises this season, expect strong local interest.

For viewers in India: FanCode holds exclusive digital streaming rights, typically sold as a season-long Tour Pass or a cheaper per-match Match Pass, historically priced in the ₹89–₹199 range for the whole tournament. Star Sports carries linear TV coverage. CPL is not available on JioHotstar.

Free option worldwide: In territories without an exclusive broadcaster, CPL streams selected coverage free on its official YouTube and Facebook channels.

Broadcast details are compiled from currently available reports; regional rights can shift, so reconfirm close to matchday. [Link to CPL Live Streaming Guide]

CPL 2026: Your Questions Answered

When does CPL 2026 start?

CPL 2026 starts on Friday, 7 August 2026, with the tournament opener between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and Jamaica Kingsmen at Arnos Vale Ground in St Vincent. The season runs through Sunday, 20 September 2026.

How many teams and matches are in CPL 2026?

CPL 2026 features seven franchises playing 39 total matches — 35 league-stage games plus the Eliminator, Qualifier 1, Qualifier 2, and the Final. Each team plays 10 matches in the round-robin league stage.

Which team is new in CPL 2026?

Jamaica Kingsmen are the new franchise in CPL 2026, replacing the defunct Jamaica Tallawahs and returning top-flight cricket to Jamaica for the first time since 2019. The team is owned by Kingsmen Sports Enterprise and captained by Rovman Powell.

Where is the CPL 2026 final being played?

The CPL 2026 Final takes place at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Sunday, 20 September 2026, at 7:00 PM local time — the first time Kensington Oval has hosted a CPL final, with all four playoff matches staged there.

Who is the defending CPL champion?

Trinbago Knight Riders are the defending champions, having won a record fifth CPL title in 2025 by beating Guyana Amazon Warriors in the final. Captained by Nicholas Pooran, TKR remain the most successful franchise in CPL history.

What is the CPL 2026 playoff format?

CPL 2026 uses a four-match playoff format: the 3rd and 4th-placed teams meet in the Eliminator, the top two teams play Qualifier 1 (winner advances straight to the Final), and the Eliminator winner faces the Qualifier 1 loser in Qualifier 2 for the last Final spot.

Where can I watch CPL 2026 live?

Coverage varies by region: Willow TV covers the USA and Canada, TNT Sports/Discovery+ covers the UK and Ireland, FanCode and Star Sports cover India, and A Sports/Tapmad TV cover Pakistan. Fans without an official regional broadcaster can often stream free via CPL’s official YouTube and Facebook channels.

Where can I find the complete, up-to-date CPL 2026 fixture list?

The complete CPL 2026 fixture list — every date, venue, and match time — is in the schedule table above, and it’s updated whenever the league confirms changes. Bookmark this page to track fixtures and results throughout the tournament.

CPL 2026 Travel & Ticket Guide

Buying tickets: CPL 2026 tickets are sold exclusively through the official platform at cplt20.com (powered by Secutix). Prices start around US$20 for general admission at group-stage matches, with standard seats typically running $35–$50 and VIP or hospitality packages from $55 up to $100+.

The best available seats for the Final at Kensington Oval are priced at roughly US$65. Per-match purchase limits apply and vary by fixture, and Visa cardholders get early presale access before general sale opens. There is no authorized resale market — buy only through the official site to avoid scams.

Planning your trip: Because CPL 2026 spans seven different territories, a multi-match trip means island-hopping. The rough geographic flow runs St Vincent (7–9 Aug) → St Lucia and Jamaica in parallel (11–21 Aug) → Antigua (20–25 Aug) → Trinidad and St Kitts overlapping (26 Aug–3 Sep) → Guyana and Barbados for the closing stretch and all four playoffs (4–20 Sep).

Regional carriers like inter-Caribbean and LIAT-network airlines connect most of these islands, but book early — flights fill up fast during CPL season.

Practical notes for fans in Canada, USA, UK, Pakistan, and India: Entry requirements vary by nationality and destination island, so check the specific visa/entry rules for each territory you plan to visit well before booking.

Most transactions on the ground are in US dollars or East Caribbean dollars. August–September falls within Atlantic hurricane season, so it’s worth keeping an eye on regional weather forecasts as your travel dates approach and considering travel insurance.

Bookmark This Page for CPL 2026

CPL 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest season in the tournament’s 14-year history — seven teams, 39 matches, a brand-new Jamaican franchise, and a Barbados homecoming for the Tridents name, all building toward a first-ever Kensington Oval final on 20 September. Whether you’re tracking Trinbago Knight Riders’ title defense, following the Pakistani contingent scattered across four squads, or just planning where to watch from Toronto, London, Karachi, or Mumbai, this page has the fixtures, times, and streaming links you need in one place.

Bookmark it now — we’ll keep the schedule, results, and points table current as the tournament progresses.